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Kathy Freston is an American author and advocate of plant-based nutrition. She writes books focused on lifestyle change, diet and wellness and is among the authors who popularise vegan recipes and eating patterns for a wider audience.
Her books include Quantum Wellness, The Veganist, The Lean, Clean Protein and 72 Reasons to Be Vegan. In The Lean, she proposes a gradual transition to a diet based on plant foods. Veganist addresses diet, health, animals and the environment.
Freston has appeared on television programmes and has also written for magazines and online media. Her public work is associated with promoting plant-based nutrition and practical guidance on incorporating it into everyday life.